Description
Spicy, cheesy bite-sized treats perfect for parties, with a combination of cream cheese, cheddar, and jalapeno.
Ingredients
- 6 slices Bacon, small cooked and chopped
- 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 Jalapeno, finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp Onion powder
- 4 oz Pimentos, drained and chopped
- 1/3 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Pecans, small chopped
- Pretzel sticks for serving
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, sharp grated fresh
- 8 oz Cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper.
- Fold in the cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, jalapeno, pimentos, and pecans until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden.
- Let cool slightly and serve with pretzel sticks.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Stick a pretzel stick into each bite for easy picking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: jalapeno cheese bites, spicy snacks, party appetizer